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Creative Car Ads Catapult You into the FAST LANE

The secret to successful marketing is STANDING OUT from the competition. In previous marketing tips we've talked about establishing an identity in your Internet marketing efforts. Sometimes "thinking outside the box" can go a long way in creating ads that will help you become unique and well known as a successful REALTOR® in your area. If you're serious about your business, and can handle the "high profile" factor, you may want to consider advertising on your CAR.  

Some of our clients use their cars very successfully as a 'moving advertisement' for their business, and from the examples shown below, you can see what an impact it makes!

Patti Emmerling - www.FireGirl.info

When Patti Emmerling drives through her hometown of Santa Maria, people NOTICE. Everything Patti does in her advertising efforts reflects her special individuality. As a former firefighter, nurse and military veteran, Patti combines her background into a unique identity on her website. Creating continuity in her marketing, Patti also displays a picture of her creatively painted vehicle on the home page of her website. Her "Firegirl" themed website is truly distinctive, from the wagging Dalmatian and Fireman's hats on each navigational button.  

Patti's custom paint job on her car is a VISIBLE testament to the fact she is SERIOUS about her business. Although Patti has invested a lot of time and money into her vehicle advertising but it has certainly paid off in terms of recognition in her area. Her slogan, name, phone number, photo, and website address are clearly displayed for the world to see.

Allen Bratcher - www.allenbratcher.com

Another example of successful vehicle advertising, Allen Bratcher has his bright red Jeep set up with his company logo, phone numbers, and most importantly his website and e-mail address on the rear windows.  

Allen's experience with advertising his car has been extremely positive. The response to his moving advertising has come in the form of compliments, remarks, and most importantly LEADS. As Allen says, "I'm receiving an influx of traffic and many leads as a result!"  

Imagine the impact of having your advertisement seen by hundreds of people in daily traffic. Even when your car is parked, your ad is still "out there" for the world to view. Most importantly, Allen provides consistency in his advertisement where he features a picture of his Red Jeep on the home page of his site.

The two examples above demonstrate that these people have made a serious commitment to advertising their business. A decision to advertise in this manner on your car is costly, and should not be made lightly. It would be wise to take a little time to investigate your options to find out if this is the right choice for you.  

In the meantime, if you haven't heard about this easy and inexpensive car advertising tool, check out www.realestateurls.com. This is a great way to start your vehicle advertising campaign.  

Competing in the real estate industry is sometimes challenging, but a little creative thinking can help you become UNIQUE and SPECIAL, and most of all - NOTICED - in your own local market.

SocalRealEstateInfo.com is an individual agent’s website with emphasis on featuring other web savvy realtors across the United States.

This Agent Referral Network is updated by hand & uses a simple form for other agents to join. A reciprocal link back to www.SocalRealEstateInfo.com is required.

Here's how to get started

- Click on “Join Referral Network”

- Select “Agent Referral Network” from drop down menu

- Fill in all info on the form

- Be sure to correctly spell the domain of your URL & email address

- Enter the URL of where a reciprocal link will be provided to SocalRealEstateInfo.com 

- Add a key phrase describing your website & the areas you serve 

- Hit Submit 

Note: Reciprocal link must be placed on a homepage or favorite links portion of your site.

Your submission will then be reviewed & entered into
SocalRealEstateInfo.com. If a reciprocal link is not provided your site will be removed from the Referral Network. 

If you have any questions on adding a reciprocal link from your site please don't hesitate to contact us.

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